Therapists in 55441
Heather Stras
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Plymouth, MN 55441
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with 15 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families. I specialize in the areas of grief and loss, anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic disease, and life transitions including transitions to college, changing jobs, a new medical diagnosis or other life transitions. Currently, I have an ongoing group addressing social isolation and boundary setting that meets virtually. At this time, I am not accepting individuals with Medicare insurance.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with 15 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families. I specialize in the areas of grief and loss, anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic disease, and life transitions including transitions to college, changing jobs, a new medical diagnosis or other life transitions. Currently, I have an ongoing group addressing social isolation and boundary setting that meets virtually. At this time, I am not accepting individuals with Medicare insurance.
Laura Martha Hanley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Plymouth, MN 55441
I define trauma as "anything too much, too fast, too soon, from which you felt like you had no escape." I partner with individuals processing through trauma. As a therapist with a background in intimate partner violence, family systems, and severe mental illness, I understand how each of these can impact a life today, even though the events may have occurred years ago. Trauma informed care is foremost, and my clients receive empathetic, thoughtful, and warm care rooted in self-empowerment.
I define trauma as "anything too much, too fast, too soon, from which you felt like you had no escape." I partner with individuals processing through trauma. As a therapist with a background in intimate partner violence, family systems, and severe mental illness, I understand how each of these can impact a life today, even though the events may have occurred years ago. Trauma informed care is foremost, and my clients receive empathetic, thoughtful, and warm care rooted in self-empowerment.
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Alzheimer's Therapists
What are the first-line treatment options for Alzheimer’s disease?
The first-line treatment for Alzheimer’s disease is often medication, which may be prescribed based on the severity of the disease. These include cholinesterase inhibitors, memantine, or a combination of the two. Behavioral treatments can help people cope with emotional distress, such as anxiety or anger, and explore lifestyle changes related to housing, caregiving, sleep, and finances.
When to seek treatment for Alzheimer’s?
It’s best to seek treatment at the first signs of dementia. Early warning signs of Alzheimer’s include memory problems, such as forgetting appointments or directions, as well as trouble concentrating, paying attention, retrieving words, and carrying out daily household tasks. An early diagnosis can help people slow the progression of the disease with treatment and plan for the future in terms of housing, support, finances, and legality.
Are there specific medications to treat Alzheimer’s?
Medications approved by the FDA to manage symptoms of Alzheimer’s include galantamine, rivastigmine, and donepezil for mild to moderate Alzheimer’s, and memantine, donepezil, and the rivastigmine patch for moderate to severe Alzheimer’s. These drugs can help manage the disease, but no drug currently cures the disease. Medications recently approved by the FDA, such aducanumab and lecanemab may slow the disease course, but aspects of their effectiveness are still debated.
Are there natural treatments for Alzheimer’s?
Alzheimer’s disease cannot be cured via natural remedies (nor via medication), but some lifestyle habits can help forestall it or slow its progression. Lifestyle activities that can help prevent Alzheimer’s disease include regular exercise, a healthy, well-rounded diet, stimulating cognitive activity, time spent socializing, adequate sleep, and stress management as needed.